Prague, Vienna & Budapest 10 Days 9 Nights(2014)[RKS]Tour Code:RKS

Discover the wonderful history and culture of Eastern Europe on our threecity tour of Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Your journey will take you to the Bohemian ancestry of Prague, the musical splendor of Vienna, and the vibrant and complex Hungarian capital of Budapest. Join us for this unforgettable 10-day tour!

Please be advised that with effect from April 25, 2014 there will be a change in the complimentary travel insurance coverage and benefits provided with all our Vacation Series. All guests with full payments and bookings made after 04/25/2014 will be covered under the new travel protection plan that shall encompass benefits as detailed as in this link.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Arrive in the Czech Republic and meet your tour director who will transfer you to your hotel. Settle in to your accommodations before joining your fellow travelers at a local restaurant for your Welcome Dinner.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

The Czech Republic capital of Prague was also once the capital city of Bohemia as well as that of the Holy Roman Empire. Discover the beauty of this popular and populous city, epitomized by its gorgeous 100-spired skyline. You’ll begin your tour at the Old Town Square. This centuries-old gathering place is home to the 15th century Astronomical Clock, St. Nicholas Church and the eastern end of Charles Bridge. You’ll also visit the historically significant Jewish Quarter, birthplace of Kafka and WWII repository of Jewish artifacts. Take the remainder of the day free at leisure before attending an evening opera performance*.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Continue your exploration of Prague as you cross the Vltava River to visit Hradcany, the city’s Castle District. Here you’ll view the profoundly extensive gothic Cathedral of St. Vitus*, headquarters to the nation’s Roman Catholic religion and namesake of the patron saint of dancers. You’ll also visit the Old Royal Palace*, St. George’s Basilica*, Golden Lane, and the legendary gothic prison, Daliborka Tower*. The afternoon is free for you to retire to your accommodations or follow your curiosity to one of Prague’s many features of interest.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

After breakfast, travel south via motor coach to Austria and its delightful “City of Music,” Vienna. Among the world’s innovation leaders, Vienna’s rich culture and history will indelibly impress itself in your memories and imagination. Upon arrival, take the rest of the day free at leisure before enjoying your evening meal at a local Heurigen (“wine tavern”) restaurant.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Your Viennese tour begins at Hofburg Palace*, whose numerous wings tell the extensive history of this ruler’s residence. Continue sightseeing as you view the immense Belvedere Palace, the Prater Amusement Park, St. Steven’s Cathedral* and the UN Buildings. Your afternoon is free for you to explore as you choose. Then you are treated to an evening concert* featuring the compositions of Austrian luminaries, Johann Strauss and W.A. Mozart.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Your day’s itinerary consists of a guided tour to the palatial Kunsthistorisches Museum* in the morning. Housing the impressive collections of the Royal House of Habsburg, the ornate dome-topped museum is itself a work of art. The remains of your day are free at leisure to explore Vienna at your own pace. Choose to find your way to a street market or treat yourself to Viennese ice cream. Then, as night falls, you may elect to stroll through the beautifully lit city structures.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Journey eastbound to the Hungarian capital city of Budapest. Sprawled along both sides of the romantic Danube River, Budapest awes visitors with its rich and expansive architecture. This metropolis serves as the central hub to Hungary’s politics, commerce and culture. Upon arrival, feel free to enjoy the city at your leisure, perhaps stopping by a local “ruin pub” or consult your tour director for optional excursions.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Your sightseeing tour of Budapest takes you to view several points of interest. The Gothic Revival-styled Parliament Building stands as Hungary’s largest building. Noted as Budapest’s most famous street, Vaci Utca is well known for its many shops and eateries. And no tour of Budapest is complete without seeing Heroes’ Square, home to the Hungarian Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the marvelous 118-foot tall Millennium Memorial.

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Full American Breakfast

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Breakfast at hotel or on cruise

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Lunch

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Lunch at hotel

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Dinner at Local Restaurant

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International Buffet Dinner at Hotel

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Special Dinner Party

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Dinner and show

Resume your sightseeing tour by visiting the key sites of the Castle Hill District: the Royal Palace, the Fisherman’s Bastion* and the landmark Matthias Church*. Take the afternoon free at leisure to unwind at your discretion. Then rejoin your fellow travelers to dine and be entertained at a local Csarda restaurant.

Special Entertainment

4 star deluxe Best Western Premier Hotel Majestic Plaza provides 181 unique rooms in two interior styles: 50 rooms in the Biedemeier style and 131 rooms in the Art Deco style. One building was in the past tenement house where was born famous Czech writer Jaroslav Hasek. All 50 rooms situated in this building have high roofs with special paintings. Rooms are decorated in the Biedermeir style. The second building, with the main entrance from the Stepanska street, was before reconstruction first office building built up at the beginning of 20th century. In the middle of the hotel complex is situated a small courtyard with beautiful flowers, where our guests can relax in a small open Cafe.

Home to Vienna's premier conference center, the Hilton Vienna hotel features meeting space for two to 840 delegates across a choice of 17 flexible meeting rooms and a business center. Set in the heart of Vienna, the Hilton Vienna hotel is situated just 16 minutes from Vienna International Airport by the city airport train.

The InterContinental Hotel Budapest is located next to the Chain Bridge area, an ideal location for tourists and busy business travelers. The InterContinental Hotel is a luxury hotel in Budapest that gives visitors scenic views of Castle Hill, Chain Bridge and the Danube River. The hotel is located at Apaczai Csere J.U.12-14 in Budapest, Hungary. The location is nearby the top shopping and dining venues of the city. The InterContinental Hotel Budapest offers 400 rooms on eight different floors. Of these 400, 144 rooms are double bedrooms and 16 are suites. The hotel recently was voted the Best New Hotel in the city. The decor of the hotel is timelessly beautiful and seems to reflect the pastel colors found throughout the rest of the city. In addition to an onsite bar, cafe and restaurant, visitors can also look forward to large conference room (over 300 maximum capacity) as well as a fitness center, hair salon and swimming pool.

Transfer to the Vltava River where an air-conditioned boat awaits you. During a
one hour cruise along the Vltava, with coffee and cake served, you will enjoy fantastic
views of Prague. See its famous buildings and historic monuments, such as St. Agnes
Monastery, the Rudolfinum, Charles’ Bridge, majestic Prague Castle, the National
Theatre, Vysehrad and more.

City: VIENNA

SCHÖNBRUNN PALACE (day 05)

$58

The Imperial Palace of Schönbrunn, with its adjacent buildings and vast gardens,
is among the most important baroque structures of its type in Europe. Enjoy the
visit of the Residential Palace with its furniture, fixtures and fittings that impressively
reflect the lifestyle of the imperial family. The attractiveness of Schönbrunn Palace
lies in its largely original interior from the 18th century, as well as in the baroque
garden landscape which remains scarcely altered.

City: VIENNA

BRATISLAVA (Day 06)

$50

This afternoon enjoy a half-day excursion to capital of Slovakia, Bratislava, which
is only 1 hour drive from Vienna. For centuries, this city has been famous for its
charm and beauty. The beautifully restored old town with its winding lanes and medieval
courtyards is nestled between the steep Castle Hill and the Danube River. On a guided
walking tour explore historic, lively pedestrian streets of this charming city where
local street vendors offer regional gifts. On the way back to Vienna, Tour Director
will give you some free time in Parndorf village, where the biggest complex of outlet
stores in whole Europe is located. Good shopping place with all world famous trademarks.

City: BUDAPEST

BUDAPEST BY NIGHT (DINNER CRUISE) (Day 07)

$84

Spend an evening in a private cruise on the Danube River admiring the illuminated
“Paris of the East” passing by the Elisabeth Bridge, the Margaret’s Island and the
Castle Hill with the Royal Palace. A rich menu dinner is served on board: aperitif,
goulash soup, chicken breast stuffed with asparagus and bacon, Chardonnay sauce,
rice with vegetables, Somloi sponge cake, mineral water and ½ a bottle of wine.

City: BUDAPEST

SZENTENDRE EXCURSION (Day 08)

$35

A short drive from Budapest, the lovely medieval town of St. Andrew’s is a “must,”
with its ancient walls and narrow, cobbled streets. Being a center of art and handicrafts,
it has a truly unique atmosphere. First, visit the Margit Kovacs Museum, then on
to St. Andrew’s itself to stroll around, take pictures and perhaps strike a bargain
in the shops that sell beautiful Hungarian embroidery and ceramics. Before returning
to the hotel by coach we will have time for coffee and cake in the famous Nostalgia
Café.